Berths in Grand Cayman
Two marinas for large yachts, their limits, rates and services, and how clearance works. The Barcadere Marina stated a pause on international transient reservations on 8 November 2026.
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Berths in Grand Cayman
On 8 November 2026 the Barcadere Marina said it was not accepting reservations for international transient or short term slip rentals because of construction. Sources differ on its limits, so the table shows each figure.
| Place | Berths | Max length | Draught | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barcadere Marina | 83 slips (George Town Yacht Club) | 150 ft (Barcadere). Over 130 ft (George Town Yacht Club). 37 m (Dockwalk) | 8 ft (George Town Yacht Club). 3 m (Dockwalk) | +1 345 949 3743. enquiries@barcadere.com |
| Cayman Islands Yacht Club | Not published | 150 ft | 6.5 ft | +1 345 938 1448 |
Sources: marina websites, George Town Yacht Club, Dockwalk.
Slip rates
Rates are as the marinas publish them. Water and electricity at the Cayman Islands Yacht Club are charged separately.
| Stay | Barcadere Marina (CI$ per ft) | Cayman Islands Yacht Club, private (KYD$ per ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | 1.50 per day (24 hours) | 1.85 per day (1 to 6 days) |
| Weekly | 1.25 per day (7 day minimum) | 1.54 per day (7 to 29 days) |
| Monthly | 1.00 per day (4 week minimum) | 19.57 per month (30 to 89 days) |
| Longer stays | 0.60 per day (6 month minimum). 12.00 per month (12 month minimum) | 15.96 per month (90 days or more) |
Barcadere Marina adds 50% for catamarans. The Cayman Islands Yacht Club adds 15% for catamarans, charges a minimum of 30 ft and has higher commercial rates.
What the marinas offer
Clearance
George Town Port
Customs and Border Control says all vessels arriving must first go to the George Town Port, or the Cayman Brac Port, for clearance. Contact the Cayman Port Authority on VHF 16. Customs office hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm and Saturday 8:30am to 12 noon. A special fee applies outside those hours.
Yellow flag and the office
Fly a yellow quarantine flag. The fine for not flying it, or for leaving the vessel before clearance, is up to CI$1000. Do not go to the Customs office in person unless authorised. Firearms and spear guns must be declared and surrendered.
On-site clearance
The Barcadere says clearance there is at the sole discretion of Customs and Border Control and usually needs 48 hours notice. It is free Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm and Saturday and Sunday 8am to 4pm. Outside those hours it costs US$75. Pilotage is US$200 each way. Check the rules for your yacht.
Flag registry and the North Sound
Cayman Islands Shipping Registry
The registry lists the ports of registry as George Town, The Creek and Bloody Bay. It says vessel and mortgage registration takes 24 hours when all documents are received. It drafts and maintains the Passenger Yacht Code.
North Sound entry
The Barcadere says the marina is some seven miles inside the reef on the south western shore of the North Sound. It recommends a maximum draft of eight feet at high tide for the entry. Vessels over six feet of draft get a specific route. Contact Port Security on VHF 16 within 12 miles of the islands.
Sources. Checked 8 November 2026.
- WMO climate normals 1991 to 2020, Owen Roberts International Airport (78384)
- NOAA National Hurricane Center
- Barcadere Marina: about
- Barcadere Marina: rates and amenities
- Barcadere Marina: services
- Barcadere Marina: visitors
- Dockwalk: The Barcadere Marina
- George Town Yacht Club: Barcadere Marina
- Scotts Marine: service
- Cayman Islands Yacht Club: marina
- Cayman Islands Yacht Club: slip rates
- Cayman Islands Yacht Club: useful information
- Customs and Border Control: ocean vessels
- Customs and Border Control: entry requirements
- Cayman Islands Shipping Registry: yachts
- Cayman Islands Shipping Registry: ports of registry
- Dockwalk: Cayman crew contract requirement, 2024
- Department of Environment: public moorings
- Department of Environment: marine parks
- UKSA salary guide 2025
- OpenStreetMap: Owen Roberts International Airport terminal (place coordinates)
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